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The publisher says: National Trails were established as part of the post-war program to keep areas of Britain "special" and to protect them from development. The first such route, the Pennine Way, opened in 1965, and since then another 14 have been designated in England and Wales, with a further 4 in Scotland. Together, the National Trails cover well over 5000 km (3100 mi), each one with unique qualities that explore the rich, scenic and historic countryside of Britain. Even the most dedicated long-distance walker would take over 200 days to walk them all, but most are happy to explore them one after another over several annual holidays. With its route descriptions, photographs and profiles, this book is not only an invaluable reference for anyone researching our National Trails, but is in itself a celebration of these wonderful routes across Britain's landscape. Paddy Dillon has walked all the National Trails twice, and keeps abreast of all the latest developments.

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Title: The National Trails of England, Scotland and Wales
Publisher: Cicerone Press
Pub. date: Feb. 28, 2008
Author: Paddy Dillon
Paperback; 256 pages
List price: $29.95
ISBN-10: 185284504X
ISBN-13: 978-1852845049
Product dimensions: 9.3 x 6.7 x 0.9 inches
Shipping weight: 1.5 pounds

The publisher says: The guide presents a personal selection of the most picturesque cycling routes through the mountains of south-east France. The eight tours -- seven circuits plus the "Grand Traverse" from Geneva to Nice -- include the "classic" high passes of the French Alps (Galibier, Iseran, Izoard, etc.) as well as many lesser known areas of the pre-Alps and Southern Jura. Although all the tours are in mountain areas, the scenery -- from the rolling hills of the Bugey to the dramatic limestone gorges of the Chartreuse or the snowy peaks of the Ecrins -- is extremely varied. Without neglecting the "must-see" places, the tours have been designed to take you through the secret corners and forgotten backwaters of the regions described; even amongst the most awe-inspiring mountains, it is often the more discreet facets of the countryside that reveal an area's true charm.

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Title: Cycling in the French Alps (2nd edition)
Publisher: Cicerone Press
Pub. date: April 2008
Authors: Paul Henderson
Paperback; 144 pages
List price: $22.95
ISBN-10: 1852845511
ISBN-13: 978-1852845513

The publisher says: In recent years the mountain organizations and authorities in the administrative districts of Guipuzxoa, Navarra, Aragón, Andorra and Cataluña have got together with local villagers to arrange the waymarking of a coast to coast (Atlantic to Mediterranean) long-distance footpath through the Pyrenees on the Spanish side. Designated the Gran Recorrido 11, GR11 for short, it mirrors the French counterpart GR10. This has opened up miles of waymarked footpaths and tracks in an ever-changing environment, often in remote and high areas. The GR11 is now a truly high quality, high-level mountain trail, affectionately known as "La Senda" (The Track). A combination of spectacular high peaks, glistening tarns, deep green valleys and expanses of wild beauty as yet unseen by many visitors make the range an excellent choice for the adventurous walker -- in addition to a moderate climate and easy access. Paul Lucia has been exploring the Pyrenees for many years. He has extensively updated this second edition of the GR11 guide with revised maps, tables and profiles, accommodation details and route descriptions. This guide will meet the needs of walkers either on day trips or on longer expeditions.

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Title: Through the Spanish Pyrenees: The Gr11 Trail (4th edition)
Publisher: Cicerone Press
Pub. date: April 2008
Author: Paul Lucia
Paperback; 256 pages
List price: $21.95
ISBN-10: 1852845244
ISBN-13: 978-1852845247